CPS leaders unveil plan to fill $734M budget gap amid political tensions
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Chicago Public Schools leaders unveiled how they plan to close a $734 million budget gap for the coming year. The solutions could be riling some feathers over in Mayor Brandon Johnson?s office.

Dexter Reed case: No Chicago officers will be charged in fatal police shooting
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The Cook County State's Attorney said Wednesday they would not be charging any Chicago police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed, who was killed during a West Side traffic stop that escalated into a gunfight in 2024.

Dave Portnoy calls Dino's Pizza staff the 'nicest in the world'?we met them
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Barstool?s Dave Portnoy gave Dino's Pizza in Norwood Park a 7.4 in his pizza review and said the employees were the "nicest people in the world." We spoke with the owners of the family-run restaurant in our ?Second Bite Pizza Review.?

Cook County's top prosecutor says Chicago cops in Dexter Reed's fatal shooting committed no crime
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The Cook County State's Attorney said Wednesday they would not be charging any Chicago police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed, who was killed during a West Side traffic stop that escalated into a gunfight in 2024.

Chicago weather: When will we see rain again?
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After some stormy days, we'll be back to some hot weather this week. Is there another chance for rain? Emily Wahls breaks it down for us.

Dexter Reed case: No Chicago officers will be charged in fatal police shooting

Cook County prosecutors announced Wednesday no Chicago officers would be charged in a controversial 2024 police shooting that killed Dexter Reed.

Why is Pilsbury talking about Taylor Swift?
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What movies best describe Chicago? Why is Pilsbury talking about Taylor Swift? We're getting to the bottom of it.

Chicago Public Schools CEO presents budget amid tensions over $700M deficit
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The CEO of the Chicago Public Schools is presenting her budget for the next fiscal year on Wednesday amid tensions over how to close a more than $700 million budget deficit.

mRNA vaccines at risk after HHS cuts | What you need to know
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mRNA vaccines were a game-changer in the fight against COVID-19 ? but now, their future could be shifting. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is cutting funding for mRNA vaccine research and overhauling its vaccine advisory board, leaving the American Medical Association off the roster. The AMA?s president, Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, says the move could have far-reaching effects on vaccine innovation, access, and the way doctors and patients navigate critical health decisions.

Northwestern study uncovers widespread scientific fraud | What we know
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Most of us think of science as a reliable source of knowledge ? built on research, peer review and evidence. But a new study is raising serious concerns about how that system is being exploited.

Legal expert weighs in on why your ChatGPT prompts could end up in court
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ChatGPT is making headlines time and time again, but one partthat stopped us in our tracks was an article that claimed anything you type into ChatGPT could potentially be subpoenaed ? yes, even those private questions you thought were just between you and Chat. So, what does that really mean? And should we be rethinking how we use these tools? Here to break it all down is Principal Attorney at Saper Law, Daliah Saper.

Spirit Airlines' uncertain future, $526M Powerball & Match Group settlement | Business News
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Business News: Spirit Airlines warns it may not survive another year. Tonight's Powerball jackpot hits $526 million. Match Group reaches a $14 million settlement. Plus, a study links walking more and at a faster pace to reduced heart risks, and Beyonc? wins an Emmy.

Man dies after being pulled from Lake Michigan

A man died after being found unresponsive in Lake Michigan on Wednesday morning.

Chicago weather: Sunny, less humid days before hot weekend

Chicago will enjoy a brief stretch of pleasant weather before several days of 90-degree heat arrive this weekend.